Skift Blog
AUGUST 31, 2023
Skift Take: The biggest story in hotel deals and development this week was that KSL Capital Partners said on Monday it wants to take Hersha Hospitality Trust private. But it was just one of many that the Daily Lodging Report newsletter covered.
Hotel Management
AUGUST 31, 2023
Minor Hotels is taking its European-born premium lifestyle brand NH Hotels and boutique NH Collection to Australia for the first time with the launch of two hotels over the next three years. The first NH hotel in Australia will be a AU$55 million new-build airport hotel located at 102-106 Robey Street, Mascot in Sydney, set for completion in 2026. Meanwhile, boutique upper upscale brand NH Collection will debut in 2025 at Wentworth Street in Sydney.
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Skift Blog
AUGUST 31, 2023
Skift Take: Airbnb and New York City have had many twists and turns in their dealings over the last decade, and here's a list of the major events in their often rocky relationship.
Hotel Management
AUGUST 31, 2023
Jodi Brown takes the lead as GM of QT Wellington HM Awards 2022 General Manager of the Year Jodi Brown returns to EVT to take up the position of General Manager of QT Wellington and Museum Apartment Hotel. Brown has over 14 years of experience in the luxury hotel and hospitality industry under her belt including positions such as General Manager of Atura Hotel Albury – where she led the property through a 12-month full refurbishment and rebrand – General Manager of QT Sydney, and most recently a
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Hospitality Net
AUGUST 31, 2023
Located adjacent to both The Pass Casino and America First Center, Atwell Suites Henderson - at the Pass will anchor the ongoing redevelopment of the city’s Water Street district. In addition to 90 guest suites, the hotel will offer a pool and fitness center, an inviting bar with small plates available in the evenings, and a TV lounge, board games and puzzles for further guest gathering and engagement.
Hotel Management
AUGUST 31, 2023
HM Magazine in partnership with Hotel Council Aotearoa is set to recognise top performers in New Zealand’s hotel industry with the launch of the inaugural Aotearoa Hotel Industry Leadership Awards this October. The leadership awards will be celebrated at the second Aotearoa Hotel Industry Conference and Exhibition (AHICE) which takes place in Wellington on October 10-11, 2023.
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Hotel Management
AUGUST 31, 2023
It’s a mixed bag at present when it comes to global hotel performance, with key segments booming and others now lagging, but the outlook overall is positive. That’s the outlook from STR President Amanda Hite, who exclusively spoke on camera to Wayfarer Host and HM Editor-In-Chief, James Wilkinson, at the Hotel Data Conference in Nashville recently. In the exclusive video interview below, she says thanks to economic uncertainty, it’s challenging to forecast the key metrics of RevPAR, rate and occ
Hospitality Net
AUGUST 31, 2023
First Hospitality, national hotel operations and development company, assumed management and operations of the Lively Hotel in Oklahoma City, further advancing the company’s growth into larger urban city destinations.
Hotel Management
AUGUST 31, 2023
New Zealand’s Capstone Hotel Management has been appointed as the new management company for Marlborough Sounds property Portage Resort, formerly known as The Portage Hotel. Established in the early 1900’s, the 42-room Portage Resort features a restaurant and bar, an outdoor pool and a range of on-site activities. “We are absolutely thrilled to be joining the owners of Portage Resort to commence an exciting new chapter for the property,” said Capstone Managing Director, Clare Davies.
Hospitality Net
AUGUST 31, 2023
Featuring 96 modern and inviting guest suites and amenities mirroring the Henderson property, Atwell Suites Fort Worth North is a short drive to both Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport and hundreds of corporate offices within the city’s central business district. The hotel will operate under the ownership of Sequoia Hospitality, a Texas-based developer whose portfolio includes an adjacent Candlewood Suites property in Fort Worth likewise scheduled to break ground later this year.
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Companies all over the world, including Marriot International and Hilton Worldwide, are aware of the value of including DEI in their talent acquisition strategy. However, despite these initiatives, there is still plenty that the hospitality sector can do to promote DEI. When comparing the hospitality industries in India, Iraq, the UK, and the US, you will see that there is a consistent underrepresentation of persons from different ethnic, gender, and disability origins across all levels of the i
Hotel Management
AUGUST 31, 2023
Minor Hotels have rapidly taken the accommodation world by storm in recent years and are now the tenth largest operator on the planet. The group, led by popular CEO Dillip Rajakarier, have had major growth and interest across the portfolio that includes Anantara, NH Hotels, NH Collection, Oaks, Avani, Tivoli and more. In an exclusive video interview with Wayfarer Host and HM Editor-In-Chief, James Wilkinson, Rajakarier looks at the hot brands, key markets and his global expectations for growth.
Skift Blog
AUGUST 31, 2023
Skift Take: The new hotel tax funds will be a big boost for Destination DC's marketing efforts.
Hotel Management
AUGUST 31, 2023
The countdown is on to the 2023 HM Awards , with nominations now open to determine the top properties, people and projects in the region. HM caught up with Hyatt Regency Sydney General Manager, Jane Lyons, to discuss the 2022 HM Awards Business Hotel of the Year win. Tell us about the award win and what it meant to Hyatt Regency Sydney. We were delighted to be recognised as Australia’s top Business Hotel for 2022.
eHotelier
AUGUST 31, 2023
By utilizing data management tools, hotel asset managers can enhance their decision-making abilities, improve business operations, and increase profitability.
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In times of economic uncertainty, account-based strategies are essential. According to several business analysts and practitioners, ABM is a necessity for creating more predictable revenue. Research shows that nearly three-quarters of marketers (74%) already have the resources needed to build successful ABM programs.
Hotel Management
AUGUST 31, 2023
In HM’s 2023-2024 Hotel Development Outlook, EVT Hotels and Resorts Director, Commercial , Mathew Duff , discusses the challenges and opportunities in the hotel development landscape. Mathew Duff, EVT Despite the challenges of the escalation in construction costs in recent years, the strong recovery in hotel trading due to increased travel demand still presents development opportunities for well-located properties in key locations.
SiteMinder
AUGUST 31, 2023
Barcelona, Spain – Data from SiteMinder, the world’s leading open hotel commerce platform, reveals that hotel bookings for September in Spain are off to their strongest start in five years. SiteMinder’s World Hotel Index shows that hotel bookings in Spain are currently at 116.3% of 2019 volumes – 10.8% higher than the global average. Among neighbouring countries, only Portugal is outpacing Spain’s momentum, with hotel booking volumes that are 127.7% of 2019 levels.
Hospitality Tech
AUGUST 31, 2023
Hospitality businesses must keep pace with the latest technology that guests have come to expect while maintaining the human touch that is at the heart of hospitality.
Mews
AUGUST 31, 2023
When people hear about TikTok, the first thing that comes to mind is teenagers dancing to the newest trending choreography. This type of content is loved and hated in equal parts (don't ask me which side I'm on).
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Hotel Designs
AUGUST 31, 2023
Hotel Designs Crosswater adds new finishes to its MPRO collection Crosswater adds new finishes to its MPRO collection Brushed Bronze and Slate are the latest finishes joining the iconic MPRO brassware collection from Crosswater… With colour at the heart of the range, the premium MPRO collection from Crosswater offers unique and luxurious brassware for every bathroom style and scheme.
Hospitality Tech
AUGUST 31, 2023
This article explores where hotels should start on their ESG journey and what steps they can take to meet their goals.
Hotel Designs
AUGUST 31, 2023
Hotel Designs Hotel review: checking in to La Fiermontina Ocean Hotel review: checking in to La Fiermontina Ocean La Fiermontina Ocean is the third chapter in the La Fiermontina Collection story – a tale that feels like one of those beautiful coffee table tomes whose pages you want to keep on revisiting. Pauline Brettell checks in to discover that the hotel is as much about design as it is about content, with a family history linking those pages that take you from Italy, France and now to the no
Hotel Business
AUGUST 31, 2023
Pyramid Global Hospitality has named James Messinger as corporate director of culinary. Patrick Berwald, SVP, food & beverage, Pyramid Global Hospitality, said, “With more than 25 years of culinary experience commensurate with our organization’s diverse operating needs, James is the seasoned executive for this role who will help strengthen us as the competitive leader in the hospitality management space.
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Shifting to an account-based marketing (ABM) strategy can be both exciting and challenging. Well-implemented ABM motions build engagement with high-value accounts and drive impactful campaigns that resonate with your audience. But where do you begin, and how do you progress from crawling to running? Watch now as Demand Gen experts delve into the essentials of each stage of the ABM process.
Hotelier Magazine
AUGUST 31, 2023
ROCKVILLE, Md. — Choice Hotels International, Inc. has revealed key executive appointments that position the company for continued future growth following the acquisition of Radisson Hotels Americas and the successful integration of its nine brands onto Choice’s central reservation system. As part of an evolution to a more flexible and agile organizational structure, Dominic Dragisich, who joined the company as CFO in 2017, will be promoted to executive VP of Operations and Chief Global Brand Of
Hotel Business
AUGUST 31, 2023
Management company Life House has been tapped to operate The Wondrous World of the Duke, which will open in Louisville this fall. The speakeasy-type hotel, owned by Michael Motamedi, an entrepreneur and influencer with 400k+ social media followers, will be located in the NULU neighborhood in Louisville. Hidden in plain sight above a coffee shop, the hotel has rooms that are completely unique.
Hotel Designs
AUGUST 31, 2023
Hotel Designs How Geberit changed wellness in hotel design through research How Geberit changed wellness in hotel design through research Editor Hamish Kilburn joined the team at Geberit UK for the day, inside its headquarters in Warwick, to learn about the brand’s research, development and check out a few products while there… In 2015, following the acquisition of ceramics company Sanitec, bathroom and sanitary brand Geberit doubled in size overnight.
Hotel Business
AUGUST 31, 2023
Highgate has been selected by Continental Assets Management to manage Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay. This marks the company’s first property on Kauai and its 12th property in Hawaii. “It is an honor to be selected by Continental Assets Management to manage the Hilton Garden Inn Kauai, the only Hilton property on the island,” said Kelly Sanders, EVP, operations, Highgate.
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Hotelier Magazine
AUGUST 31, 2023
VANCOUVER — Major wage increases and more manageable workloads are key features of a new three-year contract with the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver ratified by Unifor members. The new collective agreement increases wages 18 per cent over the term and reduces the daily workload in housekeeping to help reduce the likelihood of injury. Overall, gratuities will increase, housekeeping staff will see an immediate increase of $0.40 per hour and the employer will improve contributions to the pension and RSP.
Hotel Business
AUGUST 31, 2023
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) recently broke ground on two new Atwell Suites properties in Henderson, NV, and Fort Worth, TX. Both hotels are projected to open in mid-late 2024 and join an expanding pipeline that will bring 35 additional properties and more than 3,500 rooms to the U.S. in the coming years. Each hotel features guestrooms with distinct zones for work and rest as well as a mix of private and shared public spaces.
The Hotels Network Blog
AUGUST 31, 2023
Hoteliers are constantly looking for ways to set their properties apart from their competitors to attract more guests, but it can be difficult to find a true differentiator. The good news? Travel assistance insurance is poised to significantly enhance direct channel conversion rates. When communicated effectively on your hotel’s website, this game-changing tactic not only captures the attention of online visitors but also guarantees a substantial upswing in revenue.
Hotel Business
AUGUST 31, 2023
Castlerock Asset Management , an integrated real estate development, ownership, marketing, hospitality management and asset management firm, has unveiled its strategic positioning for growth into dynamic markets. To accelerate these initiatives, Castlerock has made three executive appointments in key roles. The markets include Austin; Chicago; Detroit; Fort Worth, TX; Los Angeles; Venice Beach, CA; New Orleans; New York (23rd to Canal); Savannah, GA; and Washington, DC.
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